Odelson, Murphey, Frazier & McGrath Ltd.

06/04/2026

On Thursday, May 28th a few of our attorneys enjoyed an evening at Bank the Blue fundraiser held at Theatre on the Lake.

Bank the Blue is a non-profit organization that provides funding for access to mental health services for Illinois law enforcement officers dealing with psychosocial stressors both on and off the job.

We are very proud of our senior attorney, Kelly Krauchun who is also board president of Bank the Blue. Kelly worked hard to ensure the event was a huge success.

For more information about Bank the Blue, go to their website www.banktheblue.com

05/29/2026

They say good things come in 3’s! Mike Hayes has proven that to be true!

Congrats on 3 big wins!
1. Summary Judgment granted to Markham on all counts in Palmer v. City of Markham and Terry White
2. Summary Judgment granted to Lyons police officer Jose Barajas in Hottes v. Barajas
3. Dismissal of the “appeal” of Royal’s Wines and Spirits (vs Lyons Liquor Commissioner (Mayor Getty)) by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission
To read more about these cases please go to our website www.omfmlaw.com in the news and views section!

Odelson & Sterk concentrates the majority of its practice in the representation of local governments and school districts - litigation, labor, economic development, and general municipal areas, as well as school, prosecution/adjudication and election areas.

05/21/2026

It’s a great day to celebrate a special someone who has a special birthday coming up! Happy birthday to the one and only Ann Lang!

05/19/2026

OMFM Partner and ITAA President Ross Secler Leads Successful 2026 Annual Seminar

Odelson, Murphey, Frazier & McGrath, Ltd. is proud to celebrate the resounding success of the 2026 Illinois Township Attorneys Association (ITAA) Annual Seminar, held on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Our partner, Ross D. Secler, who currently serves as the President of the ITAA, set the tone for the day and assisted guiding attendees through some of the most pressing regulatory and structural changes facing township governments today.

As a featured speaker, Ross delivered a deep-dive presentation entitled “CONSOLIDATION, COLLABORATION, & COOPERATION: Charting the Future of Township Government”.

Ross also sat as a panelist on the Employment Law panel and anchored the day’s concluding “Ask an Attorney” open roundtable. OMFM congratulates Ross and the ITAA on an exceptionally successful event dedicated to helping public officials best serve their communities.

For more information on our comprehensive local government and township law practices, please visit our website at www.omfmlaw.com

05/19/2026

City of Markham files request for restraining order over pre-prom helicopter landing.

Senior Litigation Attorney, Kelly Krauchun discusses more with Sabrina Franza from CBS News.

A judge Monday delayed a decision on issuing a temporary restraining order against the Markham Park District for an incident involving a helicopter landing for prom earlier this month.

05/18/2026

Alert!🚨 Tune into CBS at 5 pm to hear our own Kelly Krauchun discuss recent events in the City of Markham.

Also tonight on Channel 9, Mayor Chris Getty will join Tahman Bradley on “The Point” live at 6 pm to discuss his candidacy for Representative of the 4th Congressional District.

05/18/2026

It was supposed to be a pre-prom gathering like no other, but a mother's over-the-top helicopter stunt for her daughter has sparked cheers and controversy in Chicago's south suburbs.

Details: ( https://wgntv.com/news/south-suburbs/prom-stunt-with-helicopter-causes-a-stir-in-markham/ )

05/11/2026

Happy Birthday to our Office Manager, Kim! We hope you have the best day!

05/08/2026

Last weekend Burt and Patti celebrated as their daughter and firm partner, Lauren DaValle married Patrick O’Brien.

We wish them a lifetime of happiness! ❤️

05/08/2026

One year ago Pope Leo XIV was elected. As many of you know, he grew up in Dolton, IL. Today, Mayor House along with Village Attorney Burt Odelson gave a tour of his house to Fox News.

Fox Chicago got an inside look at the Dolton childhood home of Pope Leo XIV.